How To Fix IR178 - There are measurement reading transfers to be taken up again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 178

• Message text: There are measurement reading transfers to be taken up again

What causes this issue?

You have tried to use the function <LS>Take up all transfers</> to take
up outstanding transfers of measurement and counter readings.

System Response

Whilst the system tried to execute the function, one or more measuring
points were locked by other users. The function could therefore not be
performed completely.

How to fix this error?

Call up the function again later.

Procedure for System Administrators

To avoid locking problems, you can also execute the same function using
the program RIMRCLUP in batches during quieter parts of the day.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR178 - There are measurement reading transfers to be taken up again ?

  The SAP error message IR178 ("There are measurement reading transfers to be taken up again") typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module, particularly when dealing with measurement documents and the transfer of measurement readings.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that there are measurement reading transfers that have not been fully processed or have encountered issues during their transfer. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Incomplete Data: The measurement reading data may be incomplete or incorrect, preventing successful processing.
  System Errors: There may be system errors or issues with the configuration that are causing the transfer to fail.
  Pending Transfers: There may be existing measurement reading transfers that are still pending and need to be addressed before new transfers can be processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the measurement readings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IR178 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Pending